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P33 YAH

2009 Mercedes-benz R-class

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

103,596 mi
Last recorded103,596 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class84,782 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP33 YAH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelR-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 103,596 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2025 98,319 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 93,890 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 90,254 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2022 86,507 miles

engine cover/under tray/under floor covers fitted

Pass 15 Dec 2020 81,282 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 73,409 miles

engine cover fitted

under tray/under floor covers fitted

Fail 4 Jul 2019 73,405 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

engine cover fitted

under tray/under floor covers fitted

Pass 5 Jul 2018 63,600 miles

engine cover fitted

under tray/under floor covers fitted

Pass 10 Jun 2017 51,531 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 45,037 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 38,807 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 33,768 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 27,523 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jul 2012 22,089 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz R-class?

Based on 63,579 MOT tests across 4,470 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
7,608
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
4,470
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 919
position lamp(s) not working 728
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 598
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 581
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 407
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P33 YAH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 84,782 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz R-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 919 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P33 YAH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz R-class typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz R-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P33 YAH registered?

P33 YAH is a 2009 Mercedes-benz R-class, first registered on 8 July 2009.

Is P33 YAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P33 YAH shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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